Pirate Ship Life: What It Was Like to Live On a Pirate Ship

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Pirate Ship Life: What It Was Like to Live On a
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If you are fond of pirate movies, you
probably think that the pirate life shown
in movies is similar to real ones.
However, movies have a tendency to
paint better pictures and scenarios. The
life of Jack Sparrow on Pirates of the
Caribbean is far from what it’s like on a
real-life pirate ship. Let’s unravel the
truth behind what the real pirate life is!
Research shows that pirates existed on
almost every continent. Before they were
pirates, they were young sailors who
realized that stealing was an easier
means of earning than going to work.
Some pirates had no choice but to
become pirates because they were
captured during a fight or a raid. 
They found it difficult to fight back, and
the only way to stay alive was to join their
crew. Others entered pirate hood by
joining their friends who were already
experienced in the area. Women who
wanted in on the pirate life either married
a pirate or disguised themselves as a man.
What Was Life Like on a Pirate Ship?
Food and Drinks
When it comes to what pirates consumed to
survive in the middle of the ocean, it’s far
from what you see 
in 
fine dining
restaurants. Pirates spent long months at
sea, so their food supply often diminished
quickly. Unlike modern-day ships, they
didn’t have anything on board that could
keep their vegetables fresh and meat
frozen. Their food supply often got moldy
and rotten.
It is said that pirates found a way to
preserve meat and bread. They often ate
cured meat, fermented vegetables, and
sea biscuits. They could only eat
something fresh when they stopped by
ports.
If you think they had access to clean
water for drinking, you’re mistaken. They
mostly drank liquor to quench their thirst,
hence, the stereotype that pirates are
often drunk.
Sanitation
Even though pirates were surrounded by
seawater, they had little to no chance to
cleanse themselves. Any clean water on
the ship was reserved for drinking or
cooking purposes. There were times when
crew members had to be lowered into the
sea just so they can freshen themselves up,
but not necessarily to clean themselves.
Sometimes, they took advantage of the
rain and stood outside to wash their
bodies.
Another thing you might have in mind
is how they relieved 
themselves.
Fortunately, it was a much easier task
to go to the toilet. Pirate captains had
private chamber pots. Once it was full,
they threw the contents overboard.
Common sailors or buccaneers used
platforms with holes in them.
Sleeping Quarters
The higher your rank, the better privileges
you had. Getting a good night’s sleep
aboard a ship was not something easy to
do. Pirate captains and higher-ranking
members had private sleeping quarters,
while common sailors had to sleep in one
room.
Some of them slept on hammocks.
Others slept on the floor. It was easier
for them to sleep on hammocks
because they swayed and rocked with
the ship’s movements. They also didn’t
have to worry about falling off beds
during storms or high tides.
Health and Safety
It is not a secret that pirates lead a rather
dangerous life. Since they had no access to
nutritious foods, clean water, and vitamins,
they were more prone to diseases. Diseases
were avoidable only if they had access to
certain things. Some of the common
diseases they experienced were yellow
fever, scurvy, malaria, dysentery, and
gangrene. Pirates were also exposed to
fights with other ships where they were
either shot or stabbed.
Although they had personnel assigned
to treat wounds and illnesses, his room
wasn’t really hygienic and well-lit.
More often than not, that person didn’t
even undergo proper medical training.
The real-life pirates were different
from what movies portray – from Peter
Pan to Pirates of the Caribbean. The
pirate life might not be as glamorous
as one might think it to be, but it’s
definitely 
still 
very 
interesting.
Fortunately, 
there 
is a way 
to
experience what it’s like to be a pirate
on a pirate ship that is as glamorous
as the movies with Sunshine Scenic
Tours!
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We offer the best pirate cruises in St.
Pete Beach, FL. Our bi-level, 46-foot,
U.S. Coast Guard inspected pirate ship
can hold up to 46 passengers–we can
accommodate you and your friends!
You can make a private reservation by
contacting us at 727-423-7824 or email
us at info@boattoursjohnspass.com.
We can’t wait to have you and your
crew members aboard!
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